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Sri Lanka tour of England 2016

Sri Lanka tour England to play three Tests, five One-Day Internationals and a Twenty20 International between May and July.

Eoin Morgan (left) and Jos Buttler (right) added 114 runs for the third wicket.

Buttler, Morgan power England to a convincing victory

Jos Butler scored a 49-ball 73 and shared a 114-run unbeaten stand with Eoin Morgan as England chased down a target of 141 runs in 17.3 overs to complete a comprehensive eight wicket win over Sri Lanka in the only Twenty20 International in Southampton.

Ramith Rambukwella's only appearance for Sri Lanka in T20I was in November 2013.

Sri Lanka include Ramith Rambukwella for England T20I

All-rounder Ramith Rambukwella has been included by the Sri Lankan selectors for the lone Twenty20 International against England which will be played on Tuesday in Southampton.

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Cricket World Player of the Week - Jason Roy

For scoring the second highest individual score by an England player in One-Day Internationals, Jason Roy is the Cricket World Player of the Week.

England team celebrating 3-0 series victory over Sri Lanka

Willey, Plunkett bowl England to 3-0 series victory

David Willey and Liam Plunkett shared seven wickets as England bowled Sri Lanka out for 202 runs in a chase of 325 runs to complete a 3-0 series victory with a massive 122-run win in the fifth and final One-Day International in Cardiff.

Can Kusal Perera provide the perfect start for Sri Lanka?

Desperate Sri Lanka seek their first win in England tour - Fifth ODI Preview

After losing the series 2-0 to England, Sri Lanka will be desperate to sign off the One-Day International campaign with a victory in the fifth game in Cardiff.

Jason Roy celebrating his century in the fourth ODI against Sri Lanka at The Oval.

Jason Roy's 162 completes series victory for England

A career-best 162 from Jason Roy helped England chase down 308 runs in 40.1 overs in a rain-affected fixture against Sri Lanka and secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series with a six-wicket win in the fourth One-Day International at The Oval.

England will be looking to their cricketers for some cheer this week

Cricket to the rescue for England? Fourth ODI preview

What a week: A referendum vote to leave the European Union, the resulting resignation of a Prime Minister and England losing at Euro 2016 to Iceland. Cricket has never had to fight harder to be heard, writes Rob Johnston as he previews the fourth ODI between England and Sri Lanka at The Oval.

Eoin Morgan wants England to regain momentum

England limited-overs captain Eoin Morgan has stressed the importance of regaining momentum when they face Sri Lanka at The Oval in the fourth One-Day International on Wednesday.

Cricket World Player of the Week - Chris Woakes

For scoring an unbeaten 95 and picking five wickets in the first three One-Day Internationals against Sri Lanka, England all-rounder Chris Woakes is the Cricket World Player of the Week.

Kev shows off the view from the Skyline Terrace as England and Sri Lanka warm up

A fan's eye view of England's Edgbaston excellence

Kev Baker headed to Edgbaston to watch England dismantle Sri Lanka in the second One-Day International and here he gives us his 'fan's eye view' of a brilliant day - for England, himself and his club.

Lahiru Thirimanne did not play in any of the three ODIs against England.

Lahiru Thirimanne returns home with back injury

Sri Lankan batsman Lahiru Thirimanne has flown back home due to a back injury and Niroshan Dickwella replaces him in the One-Day International squad for the remainder of the series against England.

Incessant rain leads to abandonment of third ODI

Incessant rain ensured that the third One-Day International between England and Sri Lanka in Bristol was abandoned after the hosts scored 16 for one in four overs in reply to the visitors' total of 248 for nine.

Jason Roy (left) and Alex Hales (right) added unbeaten 256 runs for the opening wicket.

Records tumble at Edgbaston as England romp to 10-wicket win

Alex Hales and Jason Roy shared the highest partnership for any wicket by an England pair in One-Day Internationals as the home side wrapped up the Super Series victory against Sri Lanka with a convincing 10-wicket win in the second ODI in Birmingham.

Broad keen on ODI recall, and Morgan right behind him

Stuart Broad says he is "determined" to get back into England's One-Day and Twenty20 International squads while limited overs captain Eoin Morgan would also like to see him involved again in the future.

Nick Compton takes an extended break from cricket

England batsman Nick Compton has opted to take an extended break from the game following his below-par showing in the recently concluded Test series against Sri Lanka.

Teams look to gain momentum - second ODI preview

With the first game ending in a nerve-wrecking tie, both England and Sri Lanka will be looking to seize advantage when they lock horns in the second One-Day International in Birmingham.

Angelo Mathews has scored 73 runs and picked two wickets in the first game against England.

Angelo Mathews in doubt for second ODI against England

Sri Lanka's chances in the ongoing five-match One-Day International series against England have been dealt a blow as skipper Angelo Mathews is currently a doubtful starter for the second match in Edgbaston.

England's Liam Plunkett celebrates after hitting a six from the last ball to draw the match

Plunkett's last-ball six helps England bag gripping tie

Liam Plunkett scored a last-ball six for England after a tremendous fightback from Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler to secure a tie in the first One-Day International against Sri Lanka at Trent Bridge.

Eoin Morgan wants England to sustain momentum in Sri Lanka ODIs

England limited-overs captain Eoin Morgan wants his team to take the momentum gained in the Test series against Sri Lanka into the upcoming One-Day International series against the visitors.

Eoin Morgan in a press conference ahead of the first ODI against Sri Lanka.

England's chance to go past Sri Lanka in ICC ODI rankings

The upcoming One-Day International series presents hosts England with an opportunity to leapfrog Sri Lanka in the International Cricket Council ODI team rankings.

Eoin Morgan and Angelo Mathews at Trent Bridge

England favourites, but Sri Lanka may surprise - first ODI preview

As England and Sri Lanka are gearing up for the limited overs series, here is the preview of the first One-Day International between the two teams at Trent Bridge.

Eoin Morgan at the pre-series press conference

Morgan expects tough ODI series against Sri Lanka

Eoin Morgan is expecting a tough challenge when England take on Sri Lanka in five One-Day Internationals starting this week and is urging his team to continue playing good cricket.

Shaminda Eranga was hospitalised earlier in the day for an elevated heartbeat.

Shaminda Eranga banned from bowling due to illegal action

Sri Lankan pacer Shaminda Eranga has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect after his bowling action was deemed illegal in an independent assessment.

Kusal Perera scored 135 off just 128 deliveries.

Sri Lanka overpower Ireland to complete 2-0 series win

After a century from Kusal Perera and a 46-ball 95 from Seekkuge Prasanna set up a total of 377 for eight, Suranga Lakmal’s four-wicket haul bundled Ireland out for 241 runs, giving Sri Lanka a 2-0 series win with a 136-run victory in the second One-Day International in Dublin.

Chris Woakes picked eight wickets from two Tests against Sri Lanka and scored 105 runs at an average of 52.50 from three innings including a fifty.

Confident Woakes wants to further Test career

England all-rounder Chris Woakes has expressed his desire to further his Test career after a confident display in the recently concluded series against Sri Lanka.

Steven Finn wants to succeed in all the three formats for England.

Steven Finn pumped up after interview with Michael Holding

England fast bowler Steven Finn admitted that an interview with West Indies great Michael Holding after the completion of the third Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s has boosted his confidence.

Dasun Shanaka scored 42 runs and picked a five-wicket haul.

All-round Shanaka wraps up comfortable Sri Lankan victory

A fantastic all-round effort from Dasun Shanaka helped Sri Lanka set Ireland a target of 304 runs before bowling them out for 216 runs to complete a comprehensive 76-run victory by DLS method in a rain-affected first One-Day International in Dublin.

William Porterfield (left) and Angelo Mathews (right) posing with the trophy ahead of the series.

No reason why Ireland can't win ODI series against Sri Lanka - William Porterfield

Ireland captain William Porterfield has expressed confidence in his side's ability to sneak a crucial series victory over Sri Lanka in the upcoming two-match One-Day International campaign.

Ireland will be playing Sri Lanka in a two-match ODI series in Dublin.

Barry McCarthy eager to make debut against Sri Lanka

Uncapped Ireland pacer Barry McCarthy is hoping to make his debut in the first One-Day International against Sri Lanka in Dublin on 16th June.

William Porterfield leads an experienced Ireland squad against Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka aim for improvement, Ireland for rankings boost

Sri Lanka's tour continues with two One-Day Internationals this week against Ireland, with the games to be played in Malahide on Thursday 16th and Saturday 18th June. Kev Baker previews the series.

Stuart Broad in the mix for Champions Trophy spot - Trevor Bayliss

England head coach Trevor Bayliss admits that fast bowler Stuart Broad has a fair chance of featuring in the squad for the 2017 Champions Trophy.

Sri Lanka drop Siriwardana for Ireland, England ODIs

Sri Lanka have dropped all-rounder Milinda Siriwardana from the One-Day International squad which will face Ireland and England in their ongoing tour of the British Isles.

Tymal Mills (right) has 32 wickets from 26 T20 matches at an economy of 8.08.

Uncapped Mills, Malan, and Dawson called up to T20I squad

The uncapped England trio of Tymal Mills, Dawid Malan, and Liam Dawson have been called up to the 13-man Twenty20 International squad to face Sri Lanka in the upcoming limited-overs leg of the campaign.

Rain and bad light dominated day five of the third Test in Lord's.

England complete series win after drab draw at Lord's

A little more than 12 overs were possible on a gloomy fifth day at Lord’s as the third Test match between England and Sri Lanka ended in a draw, meaning England won the series 2-0.

John Anderson, Max Sorensen added to Ireland squad

Ireland cricketers John Anderson and Max Sorensen have been added to the One-Day International squad for the two-match series against Sri Lanka in June.

Jonny Bairstow has been in prolific form for England in 2016.

Cricket World Player of the Week - Jonny Bairstow

Jonny Bairstow is the Cricket World Player of the Week for recording the highest individual score by an England wicket-keeper at home during the first innings of the third Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's.

James Anderson (left) accepted the charges handed over to him by the match referee.

James Anderson reprimanded for code of conduct breach

England pace bowling spearhead James Anderson has been reprimanded by the ICC for showing disrespect to on-field umpire Sundaram Ravi during the third day's play of the third Test against Sri Lanka at Lord's.

Alex Hales missed out on another century against Sri Lanka in the Test series.

England march ahead on rain-marred fourth day

Alex Hales and Alastair Cook struck fluent knocks and shared an 82-run partnership for the sixth wicket, helping England post a target of 362 runs on a rain-marred fourth day of the third Test match at Lord’s against Sri Lanka.

Pradeep strikes thrice after Sri Lankan batting collapse

Nuwan Pradeep took a three-wicket haul as Sri Lanka reduced England to 109 for four in the second innings after a batting collapse saw the visitors being bowled out for 288 runs on day three of the third Test at Lord’s.

Silva, Karunaratne fifties keep Sri Lanka steady after Bairstow's career best knock

After Jonny Bairstow's career best unbeaten 167 took England to a total of 416, Sri Lanka replied strongly with a fifty from Dimuth Karunaratne and an unbeaten 79 from Kaushal Silva, posting 162 for one in the first innings at stumps on day two of the third Test at Lord’s.

Jonny Bairstow celebrating his century against Sri Lanka on day one at Lord's.

Jonny Bairstow century highlights England fightback on day one

A splendid unbeaten century from Jonny Bairstow and a fluent 85 from Alastair Cook led England’s fightback as they scored 279 for six at stumps on day one of the third Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s following a middle order collapse that left the team struggling at 84 for four at one stage.

Moeen Ali in action during nets at Lord's.

England aim for clean sweep - Third Test Preview

After having won both the games in the ongoing Test series, England will be keen to complete a 3-0 whitewash when they take on Sri Lanka in the third Test at Lord's which starts on Thursday.

Suraj Randiv, Farveez Maharoof earn recalls for England, Ireland ODIs

The Sri Lankan selectors have recalled off-spinner Suraj Randiv and pace bowler Farveez Maharoof for the One-Day International series to be played against England and Ireland.

Alastair Cook (left) and James Anderson (right) during a practice session at Lord's.

Third Test, England v Sri Lanka - Statistical Preview

Here are a few key statistics for the encounter ahead of the third Test between England and Sri Lanka at Lord's.

William Porterfield will lead the Ireland side against Sri Lanka.

Uncapped Barry McCarthy called up for Sri Lanka ODIs

Ireland have included uncapped pacer Barry McCarthy in their 13-man squad which will play in the two-match One-Day International series against Sri Lanka.

Chaminda Bandara called up to replace Dushmantha Chameera

The Sri Lankan selectors have drafted in uncapped left-arm pacer Chaminda Bandara to replace the injured Dushmantha Chameera for the third Test against England at Lord's.

Tillakaratne Dilshan unavailable for England tour due to personal reasons

Sri Lankan batting mainstay Tillakaratne Dilshan has decided to skip the upcoming limited overs leg of the ongoing tour of the British Isles due to personal issues.

Alastair Cook raises his bat after scoring his 10,000th Test run

Do Alastair Cook's 10,000 runs qualify him as a great?

As England captain Alastair Cook becomes the 12th man to pass 10,000 Test runs, Rob Johnston asks whether he now deserves a place among the sport's great players.

James Anderson becomes top-ranked Test bowler

England pace spearhead James Anderson has overtaken his fellow speedster Stuart Broad to become the new number one ranked bowler in Test cricket.

Shaminda Eranga has taken just one wicket in the series so far

Sri Lanka's Shaminda Eranga reported for suspect action

Sri Lankan pacer Shaminda Eranga has been reported for a suspect bowling action during the second Test against England in Chester-le-Street.

Dinesh Chandimal (right) scored a valiant 126 in the second innings to avoid innings defeat for Sri Lanka.

England seal comfortable series victory after Dinesh Chandimal ton

After Dinesh Chandimal notched a sublime century, England bowled Sri Lanka out for 475 runs in the second innings and chased down the target of 79 runs in 23.2 overs to secure an unassailable 2-0 series lead with a nine-wicket win in the second Test in Chester-le-Street.

Kaushal Silva wants Sri Lanka to set a target for England on day four